Estimator II T&D
Listed on 2026-01-01
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Estimator
ABOUT THE ROLE
The T&D Estimator II ensures competitiveness, profitability, and growth. The T&D Estimator II is responsible for preparing cost estimates for various transmission, distribution and substation electrical construction projects by collecting and studying cost information, evaluating bid specifications and drawings, and ensuring a successful bid. The T&D Estimator II acts as the lead Estimator for projects and supports other Estimators.
Company OverviewSince 1912, Sturgeon Electric Company, Inc. (Sturgeon Electric) - a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc.
- has provided complex, large-scale electrical construction services for our clients throughout the western United States. As a full-service electrical provider, we offer industry leading electrical transmission, commercial and industrial, and renewable energy services. Sturgeon Electric has two divisions, offering both powerline construction and commercial/industrial electrical construction, making it a full-service electrical provider.
Sturgeon Electric's Transmission and Distribution (T&D) construction division provides a full range of capabilities related to transmission, distribution, substation, and clean energy construction.
Essential Functions- Complete cost estimates for assigned projects, with definable work tasks for transmission, distribution and substation projects
- Develop complex estimates with minor errors/omissions
- Utilize previous work/bidding history to establish production assumptions
- Track and compare project histories to produce up to date man hours and cost
- Plan and execute work while meeting customer defined submission deadlines
- Schedule and attend field job walk with customer, subcontractor, and construction personnel to determine constructability requirements
- Attend on-site pre-bid meetings and perform job site visits
- Field job walks and pre-bid meeting may require job site visits
- Identify qualified suppliers/subcontractors
- Perform accurate material takeoffs to supply to vendor for pricing
- Solicit material vendor pricing and subcontractor proposals including assembly and distribution of project documentation into RFQ/RFP packages
- Prepare commercial aspects of proposals, including work plans, clarifications/exceptions, etc.
- Lead estimate review process with internal and external stakeholders
- Lead the estimating team and manage bidding activities
- Support other Estimators with bidding activities and training
- Regular and predictable attendance
- Other duties as assigned
- Essential functions of this position are to be performed in a Company-designated office or field location
- Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and other industry-specific professional and ethical standards
- Minimum 5 years of estimating experience
- Experience in transmission, distribution and/or substation preferred
- Estimating experience in the electrical construction industry preferred
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management or similar field; relevant experience considered in lieu of degree
- Proficient in understanding construction and electrical drawings to accurately formulate an estimate
- Knowledgeable of electrical materials and methods of installation
- Proficient in Microsoft applications
- Excellent analytical and organizational skills
- Strong communication skills, including verbal, and written
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and changing priorities as necessary
- Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude
- Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player
- Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others
- Self-driven with the ability to stay on-task for extended periods of time while working independently
Eligibility:
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- Salary
- Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
- Comprehensive benefits package - Medical, Dental, Vision, Teledoc, Hearing, Prescriptions, Mental Health, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP), Short Term Disability, Retiree Coverage, and Life Insurance under LINECo - (Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums)
- Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage. - Thrive Pass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program - Twelve hundred dollars annually for health and wellbeing-related purchases.
- Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 10 paid Holidays (our Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).
- Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%;…
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